Length63h 59m
About this audiobook
Victor Hugo's "Les Misérables" is a monumental exploration of justice, redemption, and the human condition, set against the backdrop of early 19th-century France. Through its intricate narrative, featuring vivid characters such as Jean Valjean, Javert, and Fantine, the novel employs a rich, emotive literary style that deftly blends melodrama with philosophical introspection. This epic work is not only a gripping tale of suffering and resilience but also a profound social commentary, reflective of the tumultuous political landscape and class struggles of its era, serving as a harbinger for later humanitarian movements. Victor Hugo, a titan of French literature and a vocal advocate for social reform, crafted this masterpiece during a period of deep personal and political upheaval. His experiences with poverty, exile, and political injustice greatly influenced his writing. Amidst his literary pursuits, Hugo sought to awaken the conscience of society, and "Les Misérables" epitomizes this mission, intertwining personal tragedy with broader social critique, capturing the zeitgeist of his time. To readers seeking a transformative literary experience, "Les Misérables" is an essential narrative that transcends time and geography. It invites reflection on the inherent dignity of all individuals, challenging societal norms and moral conventions. This novel not only captivates with its storytelling but also serves as a catalyst for empathy and understanding, making it a timeless classic worthy of exploration.
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length63 hrs 59 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2VOLUME I—FANTINE
3PREFACE
4FANTINE
5BOOK FIRST—A JUST MAN
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6CHAPTER I—M. MYRIEL
7CHAPTER II—M. MYRIEL BECOMES M. WELCOME
8CHAPTER III—A HARD BISHOPRIC FOR A GOOD BISHOP
9CHAPTER IV—WORKS CORRESPONDING TO WORDS
10CHAPTER V—MONSEIGNEUR BIENVENU MADE HIS CASSOCKS LAST TOO LONG
11CHAPTER VI—WHO GUARDED HIS HOUSE FOR HIM
12CHAPTER VII—CRAVATTE
13CHAPTER VIII—PHILOSOPHY AFTER DRINKING
14CHAPTER IX—THE BROTHER AS DEPICTED BY THE SISTER
15CHAPTER X—THE BISHOP IN THE PRESENCE OF AN UNKNOWN LIGHT
16CHAPTER XI—A RESTRICTION
17CHAPTER XII—THE SOLITUDE OF MONSEIGNEUR WELCOME
18CHAPTER XIII—WHAT HE BELIEVED
19CHAPTER XIV—WHAT HE THOUGHT
20BOOK SECOND—THE FALL
21CHAPTER I—THE EVENING OF A DAY OF WALKING
22CHAPTER II—PRUDENCE COUNSELLED TO WISDOM.
23CHAPTER III—THE HEROISM OF PASSIVE OBEDIENCE.
24CHAPTER IV—DETAILS CONCERNING THE CHEESE-DAIRIES OF PONTARLIER.
25CHAPTER V—TRANQUILLITY
26CHAPTER VI—JEAN VALJEAN
27CHAPTER VII—THE INTERIOR OF DESPAIR
28CHAPTER VIII—BILLOWS AND SHADOWS
29CHAPTER IX—NEW TROUBLES
30CHAPTER X—THE MAN AROUSED
31CHAPTER XI—WHAT HE DOES
32CHAPTER XII—THE BISHOP WORKS
33CHAPTER XIII—LITTLE GERVAIS
34BOOK THIRD—IN THE YEAR 1817
35CHAPTER I—THE YEAR 1817
36CHAPTER II—A DOUBLE QUARTETTE
37CHAPTER III—FOUR AND FOUR
38CHAPTER IV—THOLOMYÈS IS SO MERRY THAT HE SINGS A SPANISH DITTY
39CHAPTER V—AT BOMBARDA’S
40CHAPTER VI—A CHAPTER IN WHICH THEY ADORE EACH OTHER
41CHAPTER VII—THE WISDOM OF THOLOMYÈS
42CHAPTER VIII—THE DEATH OF A HORSE
43CHAPTER IX—A MERRY END TO MIRTH
44BOOK FOURTH—TO CONFIDE IS SOMETIMES TO DELIVER INTO A PERSON’S POWER
45CHAPTER I—ONE MOTHER MEETS ANOTHER MOTHER
46CHAPTER II—FIRST SKETCH OF TWO UNPREPOSSESSING FIGURES
47CHAPTER III—THE LARK
48BOOK FIFTH—THE DESCENT
49CHAPTER I—THE HISTORY OF A PROGRESS IN BLACK GLASS TRINKETS
50CHAPTER II—MADELEINE
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